Photo Caption: Members of the Allwyn North America team at the Illinois Lottery’s 50th Anniversary Celebration in Chicago’s Pioneer Court.
CHICAGO, September 13, 2024 – Allwyn North America, the operating partner of the Illinois Lottery, is pleased to announce it has been named one of Crain’s 2024 Best Places to Work in Chicago.
The Crain’s Chicago Best Places to Work awards program is designed to identify, recognize and honor the 100 best companies to work for in Chicago.
“A top priority at Allwyn is our employees’ well-being, and we have developed a workplace where individuals can thrive, grow, and develop their skills and careers with us long-term,” expressed Lynette Karabis, Allwyn North America’s Vice President of People and Culture. “We listen to feedback from our team members, offer additional innovative benefits, and aim to enhance our company culture in creative ways.”
Photo Caption: Members of the Allwyn North America team, including Lynette Karabis (fourth from right), Keith Horton (third from right) and Wayne Pickup, CEO (2nd from right).
Crain’s Best Places to Work in Chicago is judged upon evaluation of companies’ workplace policies, working conditions, benefits, practices, corporate culture, and demographics. In addition, companies’ employees are surveyed to assess their experiences and attitudes.
Photo Caption: Allwyn North America employees Alex Ho (left) and Sean Abram collaborating in the Allwyn office.
Allwyn North America provides exceptional benefits to its 110+ employees, including tuition reimbursement for continued education; student loan repayment benefits; 529 college savings plan contribution matching; 401k immediate vesting policy with an employer match of up to 6%; a quarterly wellness stipend; and a hybrid working arrangement.
“As the private manager of the Illinois Lottery, Allwyn North America has delivered exceptional results over the length of our contract – including record returns to the State of Illinois over the past three years in support of K-12 education and good causes,” shared Keith Horton, general manager and general counsel at Allwyn North America. “Allwyn’s success is due to talented people and a collaborative culture. Beyond the benefits we provide to our employees, we offer meaningful work with opportunities for growth and development.”
Crain’s Chicago Business announced its 2024 Best Places to Work recipients Thursday, Sept. 12, at a reception at the Hilton Chicago.
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About Allwyn North America
Allwyn North America is a full service lottery operator, supplier and business partner to North American lotteries. We make play better for all with innovative lottery technology and services, engaging content, and tried-and-tested playbooks that responsibly grow lotteries’ playerbase, revenue and returns to good causes over time. As the private manager of the Illinois Lottery, we work in partnership with the Department of Lottery to operate a modern lottery that benefits the people of Illinois. For more information see: www.Allwyn-NorthAmerica.com.
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